2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
