2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Ascender | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
