2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 903 kg more than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Ram | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3060 mm |
