2001 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Aztek | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Aztek | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
