2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3280 mm |
