2008 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | KB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
