2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascender | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |