2008 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | S4 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1705 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3280 mm |
