2000 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. 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 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Isuzu Axiom | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chrysler |
| Model | Axiom | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
