2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 679 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Sierra | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2340 mm |
