2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Ascender | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3560 mm |
