2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2006 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 2012 Infiniti QX56 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. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Infiniti |
| Model | KB | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
