2005 Seat Altea vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Wizard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Wizard would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. 2003 Isuzu Wizard has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Wizard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
Make | Seat | Isuzu |
Model | Altea | Wizard |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |