2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3391 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
