2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Axiom | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |