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 (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 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 460 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 (544 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 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 Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 400 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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