2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 5 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Isuzu | McLaren |
| Model | Ascender | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
