2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 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, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (263 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 508.
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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Torrent | 508 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2817 mm |
