2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Odyssey | Aztek |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 69 L |