2006 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A3 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
