2007 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | M | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3280 mm |
