2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (407 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Ascender | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
