One better than the other? Both equally good (or bad)? Are the vehicles truly identical but for badging -- or are there significant differences between them?

Would you buy yours again?

They are the same vehicle.

They are the same vehicle.

With the exception of fender flares...

and the word passport of Rodeo that they slap on the end of the line.

Passports came with a 3 yr 36k warranty.

2000-2002 Rodeo's came with a 10yr 120k warranty (for the first owner).

A honda dealer cannot work on a Rodeo ABS because of codes or something of the sort (found out personally when I had an ABS issue). So, I believe they can't always be serviced by the dealer of opposite name. Since Isuzu dealers are far and few between, I would think a PAssport has an egde. just a thought. Love my Rodeo.

Would you buy yours again?

In a heartbeat! You bet!

Have had 2 Rodeo's, a 91 3.1L V6 & a 97 3.2L V6

Trusted them more than any other vehicle in the driveway - including the 01 Dodge Diesel with half the miles.