1989 Audi V8 vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
