2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. 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, 2002 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu Axiom | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Axiom | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
