2004 Isuzu Wizard vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2004 Isuzu Wizard has manual transmission. 2004 Isuzu Wizard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Wizard | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Wizard | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
