2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 825 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Ascender | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2645 mm |
