2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu KB and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60, 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu KB | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
Model | KB | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2520 cc |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |