2002 Lexus SC vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2002 Lexus SC 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 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | SC | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
