2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Isuzu Ascender were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2007 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ka | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
