2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascender | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
