2001 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 342 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu Axiom | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Axiom | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
