2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 836 kg more than 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Pacifica | Torrent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |