1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 466 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 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 2011 Mazda Tribute. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2619 mm |
