2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | ML | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 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 | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
