2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B7. 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 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
Model | B7 | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |