2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Ascender | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |