2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Canyon | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3280 mm |
