1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Ascender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |