2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Isuzu KB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Isuzu KB (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | KB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
