2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2003 Isuzu Ascender and 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 188 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascender | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
