2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX and 2009 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TSX | Torrent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |