2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Ascender | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
