1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar 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 152 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cougar | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
