2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu KB would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 838 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | E-150 | KB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
