2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 556 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Ascender | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
