2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Isuzu Axiom and 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 113 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 2004 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Axiom | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |