2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | KB | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3956 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
