2009 Ford Flex vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 3 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 908 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Flex | Ascender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |