2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 238 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
