1996 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX 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 68 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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 S-MX, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S-MX | KB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
