1997 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 954 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | CRX | KB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
