2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 9 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 790 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ferrari |
| Model | Ascender | 458 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
