2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 291 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Suburban 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Chevrolet Isuzu
Model Suburban KB
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5963 cc 2405 cc
Horse Power 335 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1874 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 76 L


 

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