2000 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2000 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Korando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Isuzu Axiom | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Axiom | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
