2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus 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 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 472 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
