2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Ascender | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1150 mm |
