2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Xedos |
| Model | Ascender | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
