2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Ascender | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
