2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. 2006 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 650 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
