2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.

Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M3 2006 Isuzu KB
Make BMW Isuzu
Model M3 KB
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 2999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 95.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 104.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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