2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
