2000 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2000 Isuzu Axiom and 2000 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2000 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2000 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Isuzu Axiom | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Isuzu | Smart |
Model | Axiom | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3493 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |