2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |