2006 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 69 L |
