2007 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GX | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | GX | Torrent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |