2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 773 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2003 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | CR-V | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
