2008 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu I-290 and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Isuzu I-290. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-290 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | I-290 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
