2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Ascender | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
