2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
