2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
