1998 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari. 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 1998 GMC Safari. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Safari | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
