2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS and 2007 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent will offer significantly more control. 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 LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Torrent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |