2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C3 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
