2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2004 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Equinox | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 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 | 1261 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
