2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascender | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
