2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu KB would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | KB | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
