2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. 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 (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 730 | Torrent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |