2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | I-290 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
