1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 894 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
