2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 333 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
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2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Isuzu | Ford |
Model | Ascender | E-Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3505 mm |