2001 Honda Z vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Z | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
