2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
