2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Ram | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
