2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 850 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 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 (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | KB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1154 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
