2001 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 569 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2001 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Aztek | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Aztek | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
