2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascender | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
