2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. Both 2003 Isuzu Ascender and 2006 Mercury Monterey are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Ascender | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |