2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,769 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | I-290 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 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 | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
