2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Axiom | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Axiom | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
