2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Ascender | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
