1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Carens |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |