2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Wizard (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2005 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Palio | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
