2009 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 6 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Isuzu Wizard has manual transmission. 2003 Isuzu Wizard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RDX | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
