2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Torrent | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
