2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 Ford Ranger. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1765 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
