2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Charger | I-290 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |