2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |