2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | Ascender | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
