2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. 2003 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
| Model | 911 | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 69 L |
