2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, both 2004 Isuzu Axiom and 2004 Kia Shuma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 112 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 812 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma. 2004 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Isuzu Axiom | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Axiom | Shuma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |