2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-280 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
