2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Torrent | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |