2009 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
