2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascender | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |