2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Ascender | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
