2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | KB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
