2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2000 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B7 | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
