2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Torrent | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
