2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 532 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. 2002 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
