2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti FX 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. 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 Infiniti FX. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
