2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
