2005 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 525 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
