2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Isuzu Wizard

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Isuzu Wizard were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2005 Isuzu Wizard
Make Fiat Isuzu
Model Panda Wizard
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 202 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2710 mm


 

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