2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Isuzu Ascender and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Isuzu | Lexus |
Model | Ascender | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |