2001 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | KB |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |