2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu KB | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | KB | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5665 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1655 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
