2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 543 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Isuzu | Ford |
Model | Ascender | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |