2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 934 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascender | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3010 mm |