2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane 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) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | I-290 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
