2004 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Renault Laguna 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 282 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 2004 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna 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 Pontiac Aztek | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Aztek | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
