2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Isuzu Axiom were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Axiom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
