1997 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | VehiCross | Navara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |