2005 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Laser | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
