2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 Isuzu Ascender | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascender | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2570 mm |
