2006 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac Torrent and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Torrent | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Torrent | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |