2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
