2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2002 Isuzu Axiom and 2002 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 604 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Isuzu Axiom 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Isuzu Toyota
Model Axiom Corolla
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm