2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascender | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
