2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu KB 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Isuzu Subaru
Model KB Forester
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2457 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 163 HP
Torque 281 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95.4 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.9 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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