2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 934 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Isuzu | Daewoo |
| Model | Ascender | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
