2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | Q45 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
