2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
