2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 2,769 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | I-290 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
