2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Trooper and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Trooper | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |