2005 Acura RL vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 1 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, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RL | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3280 mm |
