2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2005 Mazda B2500

To start off, both 2005 Isuzu KB and 2005 Mazda B2500 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500.

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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2005 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Isuzu KB 2005 Mazda B2500
Make Isuzu Mazda
Model KB B2500
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 4030 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.9 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1705 kg
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2990 mm


 

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