2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 441 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Freelander | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
