2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup.
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 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Ascender | Pickup |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |