1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
