2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 467 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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 2007 Kia Carens. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |