2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Ascender and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 594 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascender | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
