2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc, 2005 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Isuzu KB (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Isuzu KB has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu KB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | Spider | KB |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1810 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |