2004 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 367 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. 2004 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Axiom | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |