2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 770 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |
