1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
