2001 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S-MX | KB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
