Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercury Mountaineer | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.5 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 188.8 in | 4.7 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 71.4 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 69.3 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4742 lb. | 4060 lb. | 682 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.1 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.1 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 55.9 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.3 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.2 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 32.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -21.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 35.2 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 82.8 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
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 |