2002 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Isuzu VehiCross | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | VehiCross | Torrent |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |