2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascender | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
