2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Axiom | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
