2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 710 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Ascender | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1947 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
