2004 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | D-MAX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
