2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Chevrolet Isuzu
Model Corvette KB
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2405 cc
Horse Power 395 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 207 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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