2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mondeo | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
