2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu Axiom | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Axiom | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2916 mm |
