2009 Acura RL vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RL | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
