2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 723 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 Pontiac Torrent (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Torrent | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |