1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 761 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
