2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 688 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A6 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
