2003 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Twingo. 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Aztek | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Aztek | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
