2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2000 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-290 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2512 mm |
