2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Isuzu I-290. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (165 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6. 2008 Pontiac G6 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. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | I-290 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
