2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
