2000 Ford Artic vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 688 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Artic | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
