2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Isuzu | Buick |
Model | Axiom | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |