2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 719 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Ascender | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
