2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Isuzu KB

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Isuzu KB
Make BMW Isuzu
Model X5 KB
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 2998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 95.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 83 L


 

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