2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 784 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. 2005 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Ascender | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
