2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
| Model | Ascender | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3043 mm |
