2003 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 BMW 520.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 520 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
