2006 Acura RL vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL.
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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Acura | Isuzu |
Model | RL | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |