2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Ascender | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
