2005 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Wizard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Wizard would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.
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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Wizard | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Wizard | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
