2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Axiom | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axiom | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
