2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Seat Leon 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 88 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. 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 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Ascender | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
