2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Uplander | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
