2010 Volvo V70 vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Wizard. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Wizard.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V70. 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, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Volvo | Isuzu |
| Model | V70 | Wizard |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
