2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 419 kg more than 2012 BMW 128.
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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | KB | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
