2006 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 637 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Savana | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |
