2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu Ascender and 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 172 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascender | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
