2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 719 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (285 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Acadia | Aztek |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |