2000 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. 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 (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus 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:
2000 Ford Focus | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Focus | Ascender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |