2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 4 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Ascender | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |