2005 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | NSX | Ascender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3280 mm |