2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ascender | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
