2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |