2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-290 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
