2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 118 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 2002 Honda Accord. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Ascender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |