2006 Honda Element vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2006 Honda Element 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 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
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 Honda Element, 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, 2006 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Element | KB |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |