2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.

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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Isuzu Ascender 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Isuzu Kia
Model Ascender Borrego
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2900 mm


 

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