2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 508 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 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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2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Ascender |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |