2009 Audi A5 vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Audi | Isuzu |
Model | A5 | Trooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |