2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | I-290 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
