1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Odyssey | Ascender |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |