2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 564 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu KB 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Isuzu Volkswagen
Model KB Golf
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 1984 cc
Horse Power 127 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1336 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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