2003 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda NSX 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Honda Isuzu
Model NSX KB
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 3494 cc
Horse Power 249 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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