2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 Audi A4. 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A4 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
