2001 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu Axiom | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Axiom | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
