2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | Elantra | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |