Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Carnival | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 112.5 in | 9.2 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 188.8 in | 14.2 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 71.4 in | 7.1 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 69.3 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 3919 lb. | 457 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.2 in | 55.7 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 51.1 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 55.9 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 52.3 in | 14.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 40.2 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.5 in | 0.0 in | 59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.2 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 86.9 ft3 | 35.2 | 51.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.1 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | 76.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
2009 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |