2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2008 Citroen C8 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. 2008 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C8 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
