2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego.
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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Ascender | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |