2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 714 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Ascender | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |