2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Isuzu Ascender | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Ascender | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |