2001 Acura CL vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | CL | Torrent |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |