2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu KB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu KB would be higher. At 2,998 cc, 2005 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 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 2005 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Isuzu KB (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | KB |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1810 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |