2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2006 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Ascender | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |