2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Ascender | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
