2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | Ascender | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2936 mm |
