2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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, both vehicles can yield 271 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 556 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Ascender | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2799 mm |
