2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Ascender | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2980 mm |