2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 9 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Axiom | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Axiom | 740 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
