2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Nubira | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
