1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 623 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |