2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Ascender | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
