2003 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 1 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Aceca | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
