2003 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | D-MAX | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
