2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2004 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Town & Country | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
