2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Sierra | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3060 mm |
