2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2011 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 531 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.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2011 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lincoln |
| Model | Torrent | MKS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
