2005 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu Axiom and 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2005 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Isuzu Axiom | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axiom | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
