1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Trooper | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
