2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Ascender | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |