1998 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.

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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura NSX 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Acura Isuzu
Model NSX KB
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2405 cc
Horse Power 291 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3060 mm


 

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