2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Excursion | Ascender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3280 mm |