2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu D-MAX and 2005 Scion xA were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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 Scion xA. 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Isuzu | Scion |
| Model | D-MAX | xA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2380 mm |
