1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 98 kg more than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
