2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Chevrolet Malibu. 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Malibu | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
