1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2990 mm |
