2004 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Isuzu KB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | KB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
