2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Ascender and 2005 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 614 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascender | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
