2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascender | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
