2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3280 mm |
