2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3950 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
