2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Isuzu KB

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Pilot 2005 Isuzu KB
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Pilot KB
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 83 L


 

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