2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 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 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | I-290 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 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 | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
