2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Tata Sumo 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 216 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Tata Sumo. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | Ascender | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2425 mm |