2003 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard 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, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Wizard | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Wizard | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
