2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 357 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Trooper | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |
