2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Brooklands | Torrent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |