2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Isuzu I-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | I-350 | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
