2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 8 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 208 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Azera | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
