2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Ascender | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
