Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 101.5 in | 11 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 168.7 in | 20.1 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 69.5 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 56.0 in | 13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4060 lb. | 3660 lb. | 400 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.1 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 54.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 36.9 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.8 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 34.8 in | 5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 22.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |