2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |