2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
