2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | I-290 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
