2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | I-290 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
