2008 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
