2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Quest | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
