2004 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1995 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A8 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
