2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | I-290 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
