Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Buick Regal | |
Engine | 3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 107.8 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 190.2 in | -1.4 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 73.1 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 58.4 in | 10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3600 lb. | 60 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.8 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 56.7 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 55.4 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 36.8 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.4 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 52.3 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.3 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |