2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. 2009 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Torrent | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |