2001 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra 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 133 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. 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 2001 Acura Integra. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | Integra | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3280 mm |
