2005 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. 2005 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Aztek | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Aztek | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
