2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 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 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascender | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
