2008 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A8 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3280 mm |
