2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ascender | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |