2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-290 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
