2003 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Aztek 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 579 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Aztek | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Aztek | Versa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
