2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Express | Wizard |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |