2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascender | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
