2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. 2003 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 147 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
