2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 708 kg more than 2006 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Silverado | KB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
