Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 228 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@2700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.5 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 178.4 in | 188.8 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 68.0 in | 71.4 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 69.3 in | -13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3655 lb. | 4060 lb. | -405 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.9 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.7 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 51.1 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.1 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 55.9 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.3 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 40.2 in | -7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -6.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.2 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | -56.4 ft3 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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 |