2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (301 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 778 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Sierra | KB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
