1998 Isuzu Hombre vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Hombre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Hombre would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Hombre. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Hombre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Hombre | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Hombre | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
