2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Isuzu Ascender were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | GMC | Isuzu |
Model | Sierra | Ascender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 516 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |