2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Ascender | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
