2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Endeavor | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 69 L |
