1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 7 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Shuma II |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |