2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ariel | Isuzu |
| Model | Atom | KB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3060 mm |
