2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Saab | Pontiac |
| Model | 03-Sep | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |
