1996 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | KB |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3494 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |