2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Edge | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
