2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. 2006 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Lanos | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
