2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2003 Isuzu Ascender and 2003 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 142 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 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 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Ascender | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |