2006 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Insight | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3280 mm |