2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tahoe | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
