2002 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Aztek | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Aztek | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
