2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 404 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.
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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Axiom | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3220 mm |
