1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 3 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 153 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Isuzu | MCC |
| Model | Trooper | Smart |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1820 mm |
