2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ascender | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
