2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
