2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | Torrent | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
