2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 55 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu Axiom | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Axiom | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
