2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus. 2004 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taurus | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
