2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
