2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Isuzu Axiom were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (325 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Explorer | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
