2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 171 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 2011 Mazda 2. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2489 mm |
