2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Malibu | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
