2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3030 mm |
