2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
