2002 Honda Capa vs. 2003 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2003 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Capa | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
