2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Colorado | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
