2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Envoy | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
