2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | I-290 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
