2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Torrent | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |