2005 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | VehiCross | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3280 mm |
