1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Trailrunner | Aztek |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |