2008 Isuzu KB vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu KB and 2008 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu KB weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu KB. (190 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu KB. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu KB | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alpina |
| Model | KB | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3346 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
