2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2003 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Yaris | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
