2002 Lexus SC vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Isuzu |
| Model | SC | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
