2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | CR-V | Ascender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3280 mm |