2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Tucson | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
