2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
Because 2000 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2000 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B5 | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
