2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | KB | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4395 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
