Isuzu Rodeo vs. Isuzu Trooper
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo and Isuzu Trooper contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Isuzu Rodeo and the Isuzu Trooper.
In comparing the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Isuzu Trooper's specifications and ratings, the Isuzu Rodeo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Isuzu Trooper has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Isuzu Trooper's specifications and ratings, the Isuzu Rodeo is a better car than the Isuzu Trooper.
Pricing: A used 2002 Isuzu Rodeo ranges from $1,995 to $8,639 while a used 2002 Isuzu Trooper is priced between $2,995 to $9,883.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Isuzu Rodeo’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Isuzu Trooper base engine makes 215 horsepower. The Rodeo is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Trooper is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. This gives the Isuzu Rodeo the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Isuzu Trooper. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$18,990
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$28,715
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,952
Price Range:
$1,995 - $8,639
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
149,017
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,527
Price Range:
$2,995 - $9,883
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,000
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Isuzu Rodeo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Isuzu Trooper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Isuzu Rodeo
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Isuzu Trooper
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
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Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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Isuzu Rodeo Rankings
Not yet available
Isuzu Trooper Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Isuzu Rodeo Trim Levels
LS, LSE, S
Isuzu Trooper Trim Levels
Limited, LS, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
144 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.035 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3701 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
66.4 inches
Length:
177.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4238 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Atlantic Blue Mica / Clipper Blue Metallic
Green
Garden Green Mica
Red
Currant Red Mica
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black/Light Silver Metallic
Blue
Fjord Blue Mica/Light Silver Metallic
Green
Dragon Green Mica/Light Silver Metallic
Red
Foxfire Red Mica/Moonmist Gray Mica
Silver
Light Silver Metallic/Moonmist Gray Mica
White
Alpine White/Light Silver Metallic
Gray
Moonmist Gray Mica/Light Silver
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Beige
Beige
