2003 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. 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 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Aztek | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Aztek | 740 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 82 L |