2009 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 67 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Torrent | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torrent | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
