2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Silverado | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2340 mm |
