2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 202 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari 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 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Ascender | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
