2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-290 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
