2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C4 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |
