2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 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 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Torrent | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |