2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
Model | QX56 | Ascender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3280 mm |