2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu Ascender and 2006 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 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 2006 Hyundai Accent. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Ascender | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
