2000 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 776 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
