2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A6 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
