2005 Isuzu Wizard vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu Wizard has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu Wizard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Wizard | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Wizard | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
