2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet S-10 and 2003 Isuzu Ascender were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 164 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | S-10 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3280 mm |
