2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-250 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 69 L |
