2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 2,998 cc, 2005 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu KB (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 898 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. 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 Isuzu KB (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | YRV | KB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
