2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Charger | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
