2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Crown Victoria | Ascender |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4195 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |