2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu Ascender and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2006 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
