2009 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
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2009 Maserati GranTurismo | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | GranTurismo | Aztek |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 69 L |