2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RL | KB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
