2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Torrent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |