2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Torrent and 2007 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Torrent | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |