2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Venture | Torrent |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |