2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 956 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Pod |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
