2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Toledo. 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 (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Toledo. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Toledo 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.
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2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Ascender | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |