2008 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ka 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 169 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ka | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
