2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Isuzu Axiom | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Axiom | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |