2006 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac Torrent and 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 111 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2006 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 Tazz | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Torrent | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
