2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
