2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TL | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
