2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2005 Isuzu KB and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Isuzu KB (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Isuzu KB 2005 Volkswagen Passat
Make Isuzu Volkswagen
Model KB Passat
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1895 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 335 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.9 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1565 kg
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 62 L


 

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