2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,770 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | I-290 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |