1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon.
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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Falcon | KB |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2405 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |