2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Trooper and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.

Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 2005 Nissan 350Z
Make Isuzu Nissan
Model Trooper 350Z
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 212 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1986 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2540 mm


 

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