2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Impala | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
