2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Ascender | Edge |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2824 mm |
