2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 669 kg more than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Ram | D-MAX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3060 mm |