2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 336 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Isuzu | Ford |
Model | Ascender | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |