1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Visa | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |
