2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Ascender | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
