2003 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 808 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Axiom.
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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Axiom. 2003 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Axiom | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
