2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3060 mm |
