2003 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Wizard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Wizard would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Wizard | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Wizard | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
