2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, both 2004 Isuzu Ascender and 2004 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 747 kg more than 2004 Audi S3. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S3 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 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Ascender | S3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
