2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Isuzu Ascender were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | 156 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
