2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan 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 112 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 854 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Elan. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Ascender | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
