1998 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | Integra | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
