2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
