2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torrent | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
