2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Silverado | Ascender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |