2002 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Aztek | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Aztek | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
