2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu KB 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Isuzu Vauxhall
Model KB Monaro
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 5665 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 329 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1400 mm


 

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