2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 181 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Wizard. 2006 Buick Terraza 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. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Terraza | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
