2003 Ford F-150 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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. Both 2003 Ford F-150 and 2006 Isuzu Ascender are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-150 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3280 mm |
