2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | KB | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2172 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
