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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 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 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 207 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
