2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 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), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Ascender | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
