2004 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Wizard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Wizard would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. 2005 Subaru Legacy 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. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Wizard | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Wizard | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
