2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. Both 2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2002 Pontiac Aztek are equipped with a 3,392 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 428 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Am | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
