2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,769 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 37 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | I-290 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
