2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 701 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |