2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Ascender | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |