2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Lancia Voyager.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lancia Voyager. 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 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Ascender | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3078 mm |
