2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Isuzu KB (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | KB | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
