2003 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 9 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Aztek | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Aztek | TSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
