2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 338 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 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Isuzu KB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Isuzu KB 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Isuzu Toyota
Model KB Sienna
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 3500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 2148 kg
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 76 L


 

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