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Ford Explorer vs Isuzu Ascender

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2008 Isuzu Ascender

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
Selected trimActive 100AS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272008

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
MSRP$38,465$27,149 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,302 (best)—
Median listing price$45,275 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,810 (best)—
For sale now637 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)16 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)14 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)20 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal21.7 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
Horsepower300 hp (best)285 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)276 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L4.2 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)80.1 cu ft
Towing capacity5,300 lbs5,800 lbs (best)
Payload—1,133 lbs (best)
Curb weight—4,417 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)113 in
Length198.8 in (best)191.6 in
Width78.9 in (best)76.1 in
Height69.9 in74.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu AscenderS
Frontal crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord ExplorerIsuzu Ascender
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$27,149 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

S

$29,149 MSRP

3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

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4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

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5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

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6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

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7

Tremor

$49,200 MSRP

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8

Tremor

$56,460 MSRP

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9

Platinum

$50,660 MSRP

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10

Platinum

$52,660 MSRP

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11

ST

$53,660 MSRP

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12

ST

$55,660 MSRP

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Live inventory

Ford Explorer vs Isuzu Ascender FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2008 Isuzu Ascender on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Isuzu Ascender starts lower at $27,149. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $10,302.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,149).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2008 Isuzu Ascender?
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,800).