2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu KB would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2008 Mercury Sable, 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu KB | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | KB | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2011 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
