Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 110.2 in | 2.3 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 196.0 in | -7.2 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 72.8 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 58.5 in | 10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3919 lb. | 3770 lb. | 149 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 58.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 55.2 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 44.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.4 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 54.6 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.0 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 53.1 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 |
2008 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |