2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante 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 132 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 910 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Ascender | Levante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2230 mm |