1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Isuzu | Honda |
Model | Trooper | S-MX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |