2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
Model | Q45 | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3280 mm |