2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | 159 | KB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
