2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2011 Ford Taurus 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. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | I-290 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
