2002 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2002 BMW 320 and 2002 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320. 2002 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 320 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
