2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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. Both 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2008 Pontiac Torrent are equipped with a 3,425 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Torrent | Torrent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |