2005 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Axiom.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Axiom. 2005 Isuzu Axiom has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axiom | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
