2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva and 2006 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 91 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Captiva | KB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
