2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Aztek |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |