2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Pontiac | Buick |
Model | Torrent | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |