2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Ascender | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
