2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Guara | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |
