2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Torrent | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
