2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. 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 (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Galaxy | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
