2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu KB would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2007 Nissan Patrol 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. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | KB | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4759 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 135 L |
