2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. 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 Vauxhall Meriva. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascender | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |
