2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-280 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
