2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
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 (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Torrent | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |