2008 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 2008 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Edge | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
