2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torrent | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
