2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | KB | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
