1993 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 735 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
