2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. 2009 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Torrent | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |