2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascender | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2893 mm |