2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Torrent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |