2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
