2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent

To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2007 Pontiac Torrent
Make Chrysler Pontiac
Model Town & Country Torrent
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 3425 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 76 L


 

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