2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Axiom 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Axiom | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Axiom | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
