2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Audi S3.
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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | D-MAX | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2530 mm |
