1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Ascender |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3280 mm |