2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | KB | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3589 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2280 mm |
