2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Ascender | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
