2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu Ascender and 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 143 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Ascender | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1779 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
