2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Torrent | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
