2006 Isuzu KB vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.

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 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu KB 2012 Porsche 911
Make Isuzu Porsche
Model KB 911
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3800 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1295 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2451 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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