2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Ascender | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
