2004 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. 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 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2004 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio 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 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Aztek | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
