2005 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Wizard | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Wizard | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
