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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 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 | 2405 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
