2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 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 153 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 960 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |
