2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ascender | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
