2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-280 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
