2005 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Aztek and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Aztek | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Aztek | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 59 L |
