2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Ascender | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |
