2005 Honda Z vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Z | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
