2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Isuzu KB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg
Make Isuzu Volkswagen
Model KB Touareg
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 5998 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 444 HP
Torque 281 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90.2 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 100 L


 

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