2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Renault | Isuzu |
| Model | Vel Satis | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
