2001 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 464 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Aztek | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Aztek | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
