2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Chairman | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
