1993 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 412 kg more than 1993 BMW 520.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 520 | KB |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
