2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Isuzu KB

To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc, 2008 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu KB weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.

Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Isuzu KB (190 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Isuzu KB
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Civic KB
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2197 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 135 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1146 kg 1460 kg
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 75 L


 

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