2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2003 Isuzu Ascender and 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 197 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 2003 Skoda Fabia
Make Isuzu Skoda
Model Ascender Fabia
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2470 mm


 

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