2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 204 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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.
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2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
Model | Ascender | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |