2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 11 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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 2002 Acura CL. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Isuzu Ascender 2002 Acura CL
Make Isuzu Acura
Model Ascender CL
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2580 mm


 

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