1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 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 73 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 24 kg more than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
Model | Trooper | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |