1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 443 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Routan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3078 mm |