2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Wizard. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2004 Isuzu Wizard has manual transmission. 2004 Isuzu Wizard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Tucson | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
