2006 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 483 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Torrent | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Luxgen |
| Model | Torrent | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1768 mm |
