2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Ridgeline | KB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
