2005 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 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 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 116 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
