2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 66 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | I-290 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
