2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ascender | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6750 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 108 L |
