2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 424 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB will offer significantly more control. 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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Five Hundred | KB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
