2004 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Espace | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Espace | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
