2001 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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, 2001 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu Axiom | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axiom | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
