2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 130 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CLS | Aztek |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |