2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 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 61 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 2013 Volvo C70. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Ascender | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
