2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
