2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascender | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |