2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-280 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
