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Isuzu i-290 vs Nissan Frontier

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Isuzu logo

2008 Isuzu i-290

Nissan logo

2027 Nissan Frontier

Overview

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
Selected trimi-290 SS
Body styleTruck (Extended Cab)Truck (King Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082027

Pricing & market

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
MSRP$17,399 (best)$32,490
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
Combined MPG20 MPG21 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG24 MPG24 MPG
Fuel tank19.5 gal21 gal (best)

Performance

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
Horsepower185 hp310 hp (best)
Torque190 lb-ft281 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.9 L3.8 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
Seating3 seats4 seats (best)
Doors44
Towing capacity3,200 lbs7,150 lbs (best)
Payload1,532 lbs1,590 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,468 lbs (best)4,385 lbs
Ground clearance7.3 in (best)—
Wheelbase126 in126 in
Length207.1 in210.2 in (best)
Width67.6 in73 in (best)
Height64.9 in71.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecIsuzu i-290i-290 SNissan FrontierS
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimIsuzu i-290Nissan Frontier
1

i-290 S

$17,399 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$32,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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S

$33,890 MSRP

3—

S

$35,490 MSRP

4—

S

$36,890 MSRP

5—

SV

$36,490 MSRP

6—

SV

$36,990 MSRP

7—

SV

$39,790 MSRP

8—

SV

$40,290 MSRP

9—

PRO-X

$38,890 MSRP

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PRO-4X

$42,190 MSRP

11—

PRO-4X

$42,690 MSRP

Isuzu i-290 vs Nissan Frontier FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Isuzu i-290 vs 2027 Nissan Frontier on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Isuzu i-290 starts lower at $17,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
The 2008 Isuzu i-290 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,399).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
The 2027 Nissan Frontier leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
The 2027 Nissan Frontier leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
Which has better seats: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
The 2027 Nissan Frontier leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Isuzu i-290 or 2027 Nissan Frontier?
The 2027 Nissan Frontier leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,150).