2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass 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 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Compass | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |