1996 BMW 528 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 309 kg more than 1996 BMW 528.
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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 528 | KB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
