2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Seat Arosa

To start off, both 2004 Isuzu Ascender and 2004 Seat Arosa 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 222 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa 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 Seat Arosa
Make Isuzu Seat
Model Ascender Arosa
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2330 mm


 

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