2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Yukon | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
