2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Ascender | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5551 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 140 L |
