2008 Isuzu I-290 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-290. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-290 would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-290 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | I-290 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 33 L |
