2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Freestyle | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
