2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. Both 2006 Ford F-150 and 2005 Isuzu Ascender are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-150 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
