2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. 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 2006 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
