2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Ascender | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |