1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
