2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Mercury Villager.
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, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2001 Mercury Villager 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. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu KB | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | KB | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3276 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |