Pontiac Torrent vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Review

Utility
There's no clear winner between the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Pontiac Torrent when it comes to transporting cargo. Neither the Pontiac Torrent nor the Mitsubishi Outlander has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity. The Pontiac Torrent outpulls the Mitsubishi Outlander by a massive margin.

Performance
The Torrent is likely to feel a bit slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Dimensions
The Torrent is likely to feel a little sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Mitsubishi Outlander. The Pontiac's tank is approximately the same size as the Mitsubishi's, though the Mitsubishi's is a little larger. The Mitsubishi and the Pontiac Torrent compete for the same parking spaces. The Pontiac Torrent's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Outlander may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.

Convenience
You will have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Pontiac Torrent than with the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Pontiac Torrent to the dealership as the Outlander. The Pontiac Torrent won't tax your gasoline budget substantially more than the Outlander will. Producing an exact gas mileage evaluation is so difficult that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Mitsubishi Outlander is the winner when it comes to fuel economy. The Mitsubishi Outlander isn't much less expensive than the Pontiac regarding MSRP.

Handling
The Pontiac Torrent and the Mitsubishi Outlander have roughly comparable tires. With its tighter turning radius, the Mitsubishi Outlander is quite certainly more maneuverable than the Pontiac Torrent, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Pontiac Torrent's engine isn't much larger than the Mitsubishi Outlander's.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Pontiac Torrent offers a bit more head room than the Outlander, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Pontiac make it significantly roomier for your passengers than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Overview
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Pontiac Torrent isn't quite as generous as the Mitsubishi Outlander's. When it comes to warranty against corrosion, the Mitsubishi Outlander has significantly better coverage than the Pontiac Torrent.