2005 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Because 2006 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2005 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Legend 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Legend KB
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2499 cc
Horse Power 296 HP 78 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 303 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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