2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari 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 136 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Tata Safari. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari 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 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | Ascender | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |