2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu KB 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Isuzu Mercedes-Benz
Model KB C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 2987 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 511 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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