2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Ascender and 2005 Opel Astra 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 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 2005 Opel Astra. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Ascender | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
