1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Suburban | Ascender |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2880 mm |