2005 Pontiac Aztek vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Aztek | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Aztek | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
