2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | G8 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
