2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
