2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. 2005 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Ascender | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2740 mm |
