2001 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Aztek | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Aztek | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
