1997 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1998 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 377 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.

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1997 Isuzu VehiCross 1998 Toyota Camry
Make Isuzu Toyota
Model VehiCross Camry
Year Released 1997 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2680 mm