2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | I-290 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
