2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A4 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
