2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Vibe | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
