2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 Isuzu Axiom and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Axiom | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |