1999 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 468 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
Because 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A6 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3060 mm |
