2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Avancier | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |
