2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Ascender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |