2008 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RDX | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
