2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Wizard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Wizard would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1311 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
