2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Isuzu Ascender were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Acura | Isuzu |
Model | TL | Ascender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |