Ford Explorer Sport vs Isuzu Axiom
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Isuzu Axiom
Overview
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XLS | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,870 (best) | $24,849 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.8 gal | 19.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 250 hp (best) |
| Torque | 237 lb-ft | 246 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 71 cu ft | 85.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,140 lbs (best) | 4,500 lbs |
| Payload | 600 lbs | 1,050 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,769 lbs (best) | 4,004 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 8.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 106.4 in (best) |
| Length | 180.4 in | 182.6 in (best) |
| Width | 70.2 in | 70.7 in (best) |
| Height | 68.2 in (best) | 67.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Isuzu AxiomS |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 2 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Explorer Sport | Isuzu Axiom |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XLS $21,870 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $24,849 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XLS $22,545 MSRP | S $27,499 MSRP |
| 3 | XLS $24,890 MSRP | XS $28,499 MSRP |
| 4 | XLS $25,565 MSRP | XS $30,499 MSRP |
| 5 | XLT $23,835 MSRP | — |
| 6 | XLT $26,915 MSRP | — |
| 7 | XLT Premium $25,595 MSRP | — |
| 8 | XLT Premium $28,760 MSRP | — |