2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 894 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
