2000 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Isuzu Axiom | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Axiom | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
