2001 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 914 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RSX | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3280 mm |
