2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
