2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu Axiom (313 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2003 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Naked | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
