2009 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A6 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3280 mm |
