2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 881 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Isuzu I-280 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu I-280. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
