2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Torrent | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
