2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 789 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Ascender | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
