2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 123 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | D-MAX | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2990 mm |
