2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sentra | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
