hilux 08 vs strada vs dmax 08

**piggyprincess** · July 7th, 2008 01:17 AM

[SIZE=3]Hi I'm planning to buy a 4x2 pick-up (for city driving [/SIZE][SIZE=2]

)[/SIZE][SIZE=3] my top choices are:
1. toyota hilux (2008)
2. mitsubishi strada
3. Isuzu dmax (2008)
what is the best choice in terms of [/SIZE][SIZE=2]power,speed,torque...resale value...quality... anything else I need to know?

) any advice would be helpfull (1st pick-up purchase

) Thanks!
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**elmasfumao** · July 12th, 2008 04:59 AM

Well my dad bought a dmax and its great, great stabilty, comfort, asewome power(depends on engine type. im talking about a 3.0 turbocharged). it might seem a little high in height but it doesnt flip that easy. the bad thing is that when its raining when you turn on a corner, if you press the gas too much it drift a bit but letting off the pedal after it will make the truck take control back...the brakes are great. if you plan on buying one of this, buy a 4x4 its really fun even though u live on the city like i do but we go offroading often and its pretty fast on 4x4.And Stable..i've drive it...i like it pretty much.And buy it automatic...also is cheaper in gas because of diesel, and its only like 22k american dollars. but this price is with all the luxurious stuff.(4 doors, 3.0 engine, 4x4 and other stuff.)

**aga_cruz** · July 12th, 2008 08:37 AM

sa DMAX ako

**Gerbo** · July 12th, 2008 11:06 AM

City driving 'ika mo, i'll go with the Strada with this one...change the mags to 20s....guapong-guapo na esp. the black one.

**mazdamazda** · July 14th, 2008 11:29 AM

I'll go with the Strada.... BUT I've been hearing of some concerns about its steering and suspension. Nevertheless, it's ride and engine is superb.

My second choice would be the D-Max, currently it is the shortest pickup available here which makes it more appealing for city driving. Though its ride is nowhere near the Strada.

A 4x2 Hi-Lux? No thanks.

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**rna800** · July 14th, 2008 02:00 PM

i am also in this dilemma on what pickup should i buy coz hopefully i could buy a new truck by the end of the month. i cut down my choices to dmax ls and strada glx. my first choice was strada but reading the mitsubishi forum, im worried coz there are lots of concerns with regards to shocks, steering and the car is leaning on the driver side coz the gas tank is located there and considering those units were bought brand new. for hilux, i agree with mazdamazda. that truck is almost a million and comparing it to strada and dmax, it's not even close with regards to its looks and engine power (4x2 category).

back to the strada issues, im currently using a 10 year old truck and ive never experienced those things especially the leaning issue. if that truck is already like that from the beginning, how do i expect it to perform 6 to 7 years from now? that's the issue that is making it harder for my decision.

but i think i would go for dmax though i know strada is better when it comes to comfort.

**mazdamazda** · July 14th, 2008 02:39 PM

The D-Max's ride is not that bad especially when you're up in front... though the Ranger's (hope you consider also the handsome Trekker version) ride is a bit better.

Though if you can afford to wait, try to see if Mitsubishi can fix the said problem in the near future.

**mazdamazda** · July 14th, 2008 02:39 PM

The D-Max's ride is not that bad especially when you're up in front... though the Ranger's (hope you consider also the handsome Trekker version) ride is a bit better.

Though if you can afford to wait, try to see if Mitsubishi can fix the said problem in the near future.

**rna800** · July 14th, 2008 08:07 PM

i also love the look of the new ranger but i have a relative who used to drive the older version of 4x4 ranger, it didnt take him 3 years before he traded it with a different brand. he said he'll not buy a ford pickup again. he told me lots of things on why not to buy ford truck and that made me realize not to consider it though upon reading the ford forum, there are lots of good reviews with the truck.

**mazdamazda** · July 15th, 2008 09:49 AM

Well, there are some quirks with the old Ranger/Everest but they have ironed it out already with the latest version. Lots of satisfied Ranger/Everest owners in FCP.

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**rna800** · July 15th, 2008 10:23 AM

I think i'll just stick with strada or dmax. I always go to a lot of places but I seldom see rangers on the road. most new 4x2 rangers that i see are service vehicle of i think maynilad (with the blue wavy sticker), but i see lots of 4x4's though. also, one of our vehicles is a 98 4x2 mazda b2500 and i see lots of resemblance in them.

Unlike for strada and dmax, they are just everywhere regardless if it's 4x4 or 4x2. I might be wrong, but I guess more people are still sticking to japanese made vehicles.

**DonT** · July 15th, 2008 10:47 AM

I beleive the threadstarter already made his decision. He went home with the Strada.

**DonT** · July 15th, 2008 10:58 AM

I beleive the threadstarter already made his decision. He went home with the Strada.

**rna800** · July 15th, 2008 04:18 PM

thanks for the info, sir DonT.

**piggyprincess** · July 28th, 2008 02:14 AM

just got the strada (GLX)! sorry for the late post but thanks for all the input!

**randzchikot** · November 26th, 2008 04:34 PM

Good day, we're also planning on buying a 4x2 pickup for city driving and to haul my bike, probably by the end of the year. Choices din namin DMAX or Strada, yung basic models lang. We also looked at Toyota Hilux, but it seems that the basic model is lacking some safety feature. Parang mas gusto ko na ang Strada GL, or kung kakayanin, yung GLX na. I just wanna ask dun sa kakabili lang, what's the difference between GLX sa GL from an owners perspective. With the 70k+ difference, should I go with the GL or GLX. Also, can I change the tires so that it can look more aggressive "4x4 look" :D.

**projector** · November 26th, 2008 04:37 PM

mitsubishi strada

**alainroyce** · November 26th, 2008 05:27 PM

Originally Posted by randzchikot

what's the difference between GLX sa GL from an owners perspective. With the 70k+ difference, should I go with the GL or GLX. Also, can I change the tires so that it can look more aggressive "4x4 look" :D.

GLX has a dual airbag, stepboard,bedliner (carryboy)silver door handle,silver side mirror and mags..while GL driver airbag only and all i mention before is wala... yup! up to 245/60/R16...

check this thread if your interested in strada....http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showt...36961&page=383

**av8or5** · November 26th, 2008 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by alainroyce

GLX has a dual airbag, stepboard,bedliner (carryboy)silver door handle,silver side mirror and mags..while GL driver airbag only and all i mention before is wala... yup! up to 245/60/R16...

check this thread if your interested in strada....http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showt...36961&page=383

just to add to what sir alainroyce mentioned... glx has also MMAS (alarm); rear bumper, fog lamps, mag wheels instead of steal, interior add-ons..forgot the name (its the cover of the a/c, etc.); so with the difference of P70K get the glx...sayang din ang airbag (something that you cannot buy outside).

**randzchikot** · November 26th, 2008 06:00 PM

Thanks for the input! How about the old Strada concerns? Like yung steering daw, are those resolved na sa mga bagong labas na Strada? I'm excited na to drive my first pickup. :D

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