2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Isuzu Axiom | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Element | Axiom |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |