2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | MDX | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 74 L |
