2004 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 6 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | S4 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
