2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1535 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
