2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Pilot | Ascender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3280 mm |