2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima.
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, 2006 Kia Optima, 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, 2006 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | KB | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
