2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | I-290 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
