2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 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 98 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Ascender | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |
