1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2748 mm |
