2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Axiom.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Axiom | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
