2001 Nissan Avenir vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2001 Nissan Avenir and 2001 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 234 kg more than 2001 Nissan Avenir.
Because 2001 Nissan Avenir is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Avenir 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Avenir | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Avenir | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
