2005 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Wizard | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Wizard | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
