2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Isuzu KB | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | KB | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |