2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu KB would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Isuzu KB (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | KB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
